News

Carlos Alcaraz looking disappointed on a clay tennis court
Sport

Defending champion Carlos Alcaraz to miss French Open due to wrist injury

Defending champion Carlos Alcaraz has withdrawn from the upcoming French Open because of a persistent wrist injury.

A packed football stadium displaying national flags during a major international tournament
Soccer

Fifa 2026 World Cup set to become most expensive tournament for fans

Supporters aiming to attend the 2026 World Cup face unprecedented bills of up to $35,000 amid growing concerns over the tournament's heavy commercialisation.

Basketball

Kansas star Darryn Peterson declares for 2026 NBA Draft after one season

Kansas freshman Darryn Peterson has entered the 2026 NBA Draft following a single, high-scoring season in college basketball.

Colombian cyclist Cristian Camilo Munoz competing in a professional road race
Other

Cristian Camilo Munoz dies from infection after Tour du Jura crash

Professional cyclist Cristian Camilo Munoz has died aged 30 after suffering an infection linked to a crash at the Tour du Jura in France.

Michael Eneramo playing for the Nigeria national football team
Soccer

Nigeria striker Michael Eneramo dies of suspected cardiac arrest aged 40

Former Super Eagles striker Michael Eneramo has died aged 40 after collapsing during a friendly match in Kaduna due to a suspected cardiac arrest.

Referee Rob Jones officiating a Premier League football match
Soccer

Premier League panel rules Manchester City escaped two red cards

The Premier League's independent match panel has ruled that Manchester City avoided two red cards this season after referee Rob Jones failed to issue second yellow cards.

Allan McNish wearing Audi team apparel in the Formula 1 paddock
Motorsport

Audi appoint former driver Allan McNish as new F1 racing director

Former Formula 1 driver Allan McNish has been named racing director of the Audi F1 team, taking charge of trackside operations ahead of the Miami Grand Prix.

Other

Jim Furyk returns as US Ryder Cup captain for 2027 matches in Ireland

Jim Furyk has been named the United States Ryder Cup captain for the 2027 matches in Ireland. He takes on the role after Tiger Woods withdrew from consideration.